Cheeseburger Sliders Recipe Perfect for Any Occasion
Cheeseburger sliders are a fantastic and versatile addition to your cooking repertoire. With their bite-sized format, they are easy to serve at parties, make for a quick and satisfying weeknight dinner, and can even be customized to suit a variety of dietary preferences and flavor profiles. Whether you’re preparing a classic cheeseburger slider with all the classic toppings or trying out one of the many creative variations, these sliders will never disappoint.
Servings: 24
Calories: 266kcal
Ingredients
- 2 lb lean ground beef 90/10 or 93/7
- 1/2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 large yellow onion finely diced
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 8 slices medium cheddar cheese
- 6 oz shredded medium cheddar or use more sliced cheese
- 24 dinner rolls or use 2 packs of 12
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter melted (plus more for greasing the baking sheet)
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease the bottom of a rimmed baking sheet with butter.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add diced onions and sauté until softened (about 3-4 minutes). Add the ground beef and break it up with a spatula. Season with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Cook until the beef is browned and fully cooked through.
- Drain excess fat from the beef mixture and stir in 1/4 cup mayonnaise.
- Cut dinner rolls in half and place the bottom halves on the prepared baking sheet. Layer the bottom buns with sliced cheese. Evenly spread the beef mixture over the cheese and press down gently. Top the beef with shredded cheese.
- Place the top halves of the buns over the beef and cheese. Brush the top of the buns with melted butter and sprinkle sesame seeds on top.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the tops of the buns are golden brown. Remove from the oven and serve.
Notes
- Make-Ahead: You can assemble the sliders up to 24 hours in advance. Cover and refrigerate, then bake as usual, adding 3 extra minutes of cooking time if baking from the fridge.
- Variations: Customize with your favorite cheese, sauces, or toppings such as pickles, lettuce, tomatoes, or even bacon.
- Freezing: These sliders freeze well. Simply assemble and bake, let cool, then wrap individually in plastic wrap and store in the freezer for up to 2 months. Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 10-15 minutes.
Nutritional Facts (Per Serving):
- Calories: 266 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Protein: 16g
- Fat: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg